Review: Space Ghost #8
Out this week from Dynamite Comics
The latest issue of the intergalactic vigilante is out now from Dynamite Comics. In Space Ghost #8, we get the beginning of a new arc as Space Ghost faces his past.
Ever since the destruction of the Planet Vector, the cosmic vigilante Space Ghost has scoured the galaxy for the warlord that murdered his family. But now his search for the Iron General is over — can Space Ghost hope to survive against the unstoppable might of Metallus?!? You don't want to miss the first installment of this epic and action-packed two-parter, which will push our heroes to the breaking point... and beyond!
Author: David Pepose
Artist: Jonathan Lau
Kicking off this new arc we begin with an interesting flashback. We get to see what started Space Ghost along this path of crime-fighting and who was responsible for it all. This, along with some exposition, gives us a lot of information.
Along with this information, we get plenty of action, too. This kicks off with the team assisting a space hijack, with some brilliant space action to go with it. The problem is that this attack—and who is behind it—brings things rushing back to Space Ghost. This means that he shoots off as a stowaway to avenge the deaths of his family.
Leaving the kids behind, they cleverly manage to splice into Metallus’ system and see what is happening, all the while trying to find out his weaknesses.
Things don’t go well, as Space Ghost is uncovered, and the kids are left alone.
This was a fantastic and gripping issue that adds a further layer to the mystery of Space Ghost and a new villain to the larger aspects of the universe. I enjoyed the kids' ingenuity in finding out. It may not have worked how they wanted, but even so, it shows that they aren’t along for the ride.
The art and colouring continue to be excellent, with the various locations showing well and I especially enjoy the artwork in the space battles.
This ended with a classic cliffhanger and I look forward to see how this is dealt with.
